Job Description
2026 and 2027 - Associate - Her Honour Judge Turner - District Court of NSW - Sydney
2026 and 2027 Associate Position for her Honour Judge Turner
Her Honour Turner is seeking expressions of interest to fill the role of Associate in 2026 and 2027. Her Honour presides in the criminal jurisdiction of the District Court of New South Wales, the largest trial court in Australia. The role will commence in mid-March 2026 and the position will be for one year.
Description of Role
The Associateโs role is to provide high-level legal and administrative support. The Associate is responsible for managing her Honourโs Chambers and is the first point of contact for all members of the public and the profession. The role encompasses assisting her Honour with complex legal research, drafting, in-court duties, and general day-to-day administrative tasks.
Her Honour primarily sits in the Sydney Downing Centre but will, on occasion, travel to courts in regional New South Wales for short circuits.
Required Skills and Abilities
Candidates who apply for the position should be able to demonstrate the following skills and requirements :
completion of a law degree (by March 2026);
an interest in criminal law, evidence law and advocacy;
the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion;
excellent attention to detail;
good interpersonal skills;
outstanding organisational skills and an ability to cope under pressure;
superior written and oral communication skills; and
basic mathematical and technological skills.
Applications
The deadline for applications is 8 December 2025.
All applications should be forwarded to her Honourโs current Associate, Annabelle Creer, at , enclosing a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and an up-to-date academic transcript.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
December 12, 2025
Job Type:
Legal
Location:
Sydney, Australia
Company:
Nsw Department Of Communities And Justice
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